The Rivers State House of Assembly has taken a significant step by declaring the seats of 27 lawmakers vacant following their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).NYSC Portal
This declaration was made by the Speaker of the House, Edison Ehie, during a sitting held at a temporary hall provided by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.JAMB Result
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Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to CanadaSpeaker Ehie, speaking with a firm and resolute tone, stated that there was no internal conflict within the PDP that justified the defection of any member of the House. He explained that the decision to declare the seats vacant was grounded in the legal framework provided by section 109 (1) (g) and 2 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, as amended.informationguidenigeria
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Furthermore, Ehie called upon the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct fresh elections to fill these vacant positions. He emphasized the importance of ensuring proper representation for the people, which is a fundamental aspect of democratic governance.JAMB Portal
He said, “Distinguished colleagues, the House will duly inform the Independent National Electoral Commission of the vacancies in the Rivers State House of Assembly and indeed, to conduct a fresh election to fill the above vacancies.”
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